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Design the idea.
Let Trace do the rest.

The fastest way from idea to manufactured printed circuit board. A native desktop app with deeply integrated AI agents that handle your entire PCB workflow.

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Three ways to work with AI

Agent Mode
AI reads, writes, and modifies your schematic and PCB files directly. Hands-free design with full tool access.
Free Forever
Ask Mode
Free forever. Ask questions about your designs, get expert answers — no file modifications.
Plan Mode
Multi-phase workflow: Research → Plan Document → Your Approval → Execution. Full control over what gets built.

How It Works

01

Schematic Capture

Language + Graphical Reasoning

Describe what you want to build. The AI reasoning model converts your description into circuit block diagrams with proper component connections and pin assignments.

02

Datasheet Parsing & Component Selection

Intelligent Sourcing

AI agents parse component datasheets, search for parts through Nexar/Octopart aggregating real-time availability and pricing from DigiKey, Mouser, LCSC, and more, then suggest optimal components for your design.

03

Layout & Routing

Automated Multi-Layer Design

Automated placement on multi-layer boards (up to 32 copper layers) with intelligent autorouting. Configurable via costs, net class priorities, and multiple optimization strategies.

04

Review & Export

Ready to Fabricate

Run DRC and ERC checks with specialized AI agents. Export Gerbers, drill files, BOM, IPC-2581, and assembly docs. Zip and send to your fab house.

Works with what you already use

Import From

  • KiCad (native)
  • Altium
  • EAGLE
  • EasyEDA Standard
  • EasyEDA Professional
  • CADSTAR
  • PADS
  • gEDA / Lepton EDA

Export To

  • Gerber
  • Drill (Excellon)
  • IPC-2581
  • BOM
  • SVG
  • PDF
The Foundation Layer

Why should only software teams move fast?

Connected Devices

Wearables, smart home devices, sensors. Fast iteration cycles for connected products that need to ship quickly.

Fitness trackersSmart thermostatsEnvironmental sensors

Technical Specifications

PlatformsmacOS, Windows, Linux
Layer SupportUp to 32 copper layers
Component SearchNexar/Octopart (aggregates DigiKey, Mouser, LCSC, and more)
Import FormatsKiCad, Altium, EAGLE, EasyEDA, CADSTAR, PADS, gEDA
Export FormatsGerber, Drill, IPC-2581, BOM, SVG, PDF
3D ViewerIntegrated 3D board viewer with raytracing
AI ChatUp to 10 parallel conversation tabs
Version HistoryLocal history + cloud sync
File AttachmentsPNG, JPEG, GIF, WebP, PDF (up to 10MB)

Frequently Asked Questions

Simple, transparent pricing

From idea to manufactured board. Trace AI agents handle the full PCB design workflow so you can ship hardware faster.

MonthlyYearlySave 20%
Free
$0/month
Unlimited AI Q&A about your designs
  • Ask mode (unlimited, forever)
  • Basic AI assistance
  • Basic PCB design features
  • Community support
  • 14-day trial of all modes
Start Free
Pro
$29.99/month
Full AI design capabilities
  • All modes (Ask, Agent, Plan)
  • Autorouting + multi-layer boards
  • ERC & DRC specialized agents
  • Gerber files + BOM + assembly docs
  • Email support
Get Pro
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Ultra
$99.99/month
Everything in Pro, plus priority access
  • Everything in Pro
  • Advanced autoplacer algorithm
  • Priority design queue
  • Component sourcing + live pricing
  • Multi-board projects
Get Ultra
Enterprise
Custom
For large teams and organizations
  • Everything in Ultra
  • Private backend instances
  • Private database
  • Private SSO
  • Training data opt-out
  • Dedicated account manager
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Pay As You Go Options

Pay As You Go — Starter

100 credits, no expiration

$20

Pay As You Go — Plus

500 credits, no expiration

$40

Team plans available at $49.99/mo (Pro Team) and $169.99/mo (Ultra Team) per seat.

Ready to Transform Your PCB Design?

Join engineers already designing faster with AI-native PCB automation.

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